Germany

Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG), is a country in Central Europe. It lies between the Baltic and North Sea to the north and the Alps to the south. Its 16 constituent states have a total population of over 84 million in an area of 357,569 km2 (138,058 sq mi), making it the most populous member state of the European Union. It borders Denmark to the north, Poland and Czechia to the east, Austria and Switzerland to the south, and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the west. The nation's capital and most populous city is Berlin and its main financial centre is Frankfurt; the largest urban area is the Ruhr.
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Some of the key events about Germany

  • 1517
    The Protestant Reformation began, leading to significant religious and social changes across Europe
  • 1618
    The Thirty Years' War began, devastating much of Germany
  • 1810
    The University of Berlin (now Humboldt University) was founded, becoming a model for modern research universities
  • 1848
    Failed revolutions across German states crushed hopes for unification and liberal reforms
  • 1871
    The German Empire was established, unifying numerous German states into a single nation
  • 1914
    Germany entered World War I, leading to millions of casualties and eventual defeat
  • 1918
    Women gained the right to vote in Germany, marking a significant step towards gender equality
  • 1923
    Hyperinflation in the Weimar Republic wiped out savings and destabilized the economy
  • 1933
    The Nazi Party came to power, establishing a totalitarian dictatorship
  • 1938
    Kristallnacht marked intensified persecution of Jews in Germany
  • 1939
    Germany invaded Poland, initiating World War II in Europe
  • 1945
    Germany was defeated in World War II, leading to occupation and division
  • 1949
    The Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) was founded, establishing a democratic government
  • 1961
    The first German was sent into space, marking Germany's entry into space exploration
  • 1961
    The Berlin Wall was constructed, physically dividing East and West Germany
  • 1989
    The Berlin Wall fell, symbolizing the end of the Cold War and leading to German reunification
  • 1990
    East and West Germany were officially reunified, ending decades of division
  • 1990
    Reunification led to economic struggles and high unemployment in former East Germany
  • 2002
    The euro was introduced as Germany's official currency, furthering European economic integration
  • 2014
    Germany won the FIFA World Cup, showcasing the country's sporting excellence on a global stage

Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.

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